Nawalgarh

Nawalgarh, a small town that is also known as the “land of the Havelis”, is located in the Jhunjhunu district in the state of Rajasthan, a short distance away from Jaipur. It is an important part of the famous Shekhawati region and is the perfect place to check out the many Shekhawati frescoes and artworks that adorn the walls of the town of Nawalgarh. It is located at a distance of 39 km from Jhunjhuna and can also be accessed from Sikar, which is 30 km away.

While the natural beauty of Nawalgarh City is quite sparse, it is a town that is abounding in natural beauty in terms of its scenic buildings and structures and the colourful artwork that surrounds you. The town itself is surrounded by accessible hills and forests, which make for the ideal places to go hiking and exploring.The main attraction of the town of Nawalgarh is, of course, its many stunning Havelis and buildings that have been built with care and ingenuity, that reflect the artistic nature of its inhabitants. In fact, the whole town is referred to as an open-air gallery because you are surrounded by paintings, frescoes, inlay work and other beautiful forms of art that have been depicted on the walls of the Havelis.

One of the best activities you can enjoy when you are here includes walking through the secluded lanes of Nawalgarh, exploring the Havelis and their majestic courtyards, and hearing the many interesting stories about their pasts.Nawalgarh experiences extreme weather conditions throughout the year. The summers are scorching when the temperature during the day rises to 45 degrees Celsius. Winters are the best time to visit this town when the temperatures range from 6 to 24 degrees Celsius.